CHeBA led research confirms treating symptoms of depression is most effective when a non-pharmacological approach is adopted, in people living with dementia.
Australia’s property industry and 1999 World Surfing Champion Mark Occhilupo have teamed up in what will be the biggest Wipeout Dementia event to date.
CHeBA researchers propose that computerised neuropsychological assessments hold promise as culturally appropriate tools for assessing cognition and cognitive decline in older Australians.
High occupational complexity has been found to be associated with dementia-free survival time, highlighting the importance of maintaining cognitive stimulation throughout life.
Rethink My Drink has been launched to help older Australians consider their alcohol consumption and be guided to reduce their intake and help prevent dementia.
The Keeping Connected: Social Health and Ageing forum, will focus on the fundamental need for social connection - particularly in light of the global pandemic.
Forward With Dementia aims to assist those diagnosed with dementia to understand the next steps and change outdated perceptions of living with dementia.
This fundraising campaign supports The Dementia Momentum®, a CHeBA initiative which seeks to bring researchers and the community together to change the future of dementia incidence.